helipad

noun

he·​li·​pad ˈhe-lə-ˌpad How to pronounce helipad (audio)
ˈhē-

Examples of helipad in a Sentence

The building has a helipad on its roof.
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The homeowner did extensive renovations on the Edwardian property, which includes formal gardens, a tennis court, a helipad, and indoor and outdoor swimming pools. Madeline Fitzgerald, Quartz, 18 Feb. 2025 The sun deck was extended aft to create a helipad and storage for a H145 helicopter. Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 16 Jan. 2025 Rover participates in meet-and-greets with passengers, attends training sessions, and enjoys playtime on the ship's helipad and beaches. Nathan Diller, USA TODAY, 13 Jan. 2025 And there’s also helipad forward on the upper deck. Bill Springer, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for helipad

Word History

First Known Use

1960, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of helipad was in 1960

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“Helipad.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/helipad. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.

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